The Hematophages by Stephen Kozeniewski

Set in a distant future where humanity has expanded into the stars, the story follows Paige Ambroziak, a young academic who joins a salvage mission to explore a derelict spaceship known as the "Manifest Destiny." As the crew delves deeper into the ship's mysteries, they uncover a horrifying secret: the vessel is infested with bloodthirsty creatures known as hematophages. These parasitic entities pose a deadly threat, forcing Paige and her team to confront their worst fears and fight for survival in the claustrophobic confines of the abandoned ship. The narrative blends elements of horror and science fiction, exploring themes of isolation, fear, and the unknown lurking in the vastness of space.